Vinylamine/Vinylformamide Copolymer

INCI: VINYLAMINE/VINYLFORMAMIDE COPOLYMER

CAS Number
28158-56-7 (monomer-based reference)
Function
Hair conditioning; hair fixing agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; not restricted

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Residual monomer (vinylamine, vinylformamide) levels should be controlled; limited independent safety reviews

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vinylamine/Vinylformamide Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

Residual monomer (vinylamine, vinylformamide) levels should be controlled; limited independent safety reviews The EU classifies Vinylamine/Vinylformamide Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Vinylamine/Vinylformamide Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Vinylamine/Vinylformamide Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Vinylamine/Vinylformamide Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Vinylamine/Vinylformamide Copolymer functions as: Hair conditioning; hair fixing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 28158-56-7 (monomer-based reference).

What is the Margin of Safety for Vinylamine/Vinylformamide Copolymer?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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